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Lack of computer access

Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2006 2:15 pm
by Kidagakash85
Hello all,

Due to an incredibly expensive power bill last month, my family has restricted computer access in order to conserve. This means that I won't be online very much for the next few weeks (I'll be back at school on the August 20, and I don't have to pay utilities there, so I can use the comp more when I get back). I won't be checking up on the forum as often, but I intend to check my e-mail every day or ever two days. Therefore, if you need to get in touch with me, please feel free to e-mail me, as I won't be checking the board as much in the next few weeks.

Posted: Thu Jul 27, 2006 4:41 pm
by Pharoah
thats why i use my Laptop's Battery, it helps conserve alot of power. Also, i'll be leaving tonight to go on vacation. i'll have my Laptop with me, so i'll be able to check my email and stuff while on the road.

Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2006 6:02 pm
by Kidagakash85
I don't have a laptop, therefore I can't use a battery.

Posted: Mon Jul 31, 2006 1:05 pm
by Pharoah
what about a UPS? most computers should have a battery by now. you can get one for under 150 dollars, and it holds out a charge on your computer for a few hours.

Posted: Thu Aug 10, 2006 11:04 am
by Blueoriontiger
The really expensive ones hold out for over an hour. Most UPS power systems hold out for about half and hour or less. But using a computer off a UPS is a very inefficient way to use a computer, due to the fact that the UPS' charge capacity will deteriorate quickly, since its use is for emergency power outages.

I have to agree with her; cut down on computer usage.

Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2006 5:27 pm
by Pharoah
ture, btw, i am back from vacation now. so i'll be online more too.

Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2006 2:19 pm
by Blueoriontiger
I hate to admit it, but as of recent, my computer is acting up on me, so I will not be on as much until it gets fixed or I start going to college.

Posted: Wed Aug 23, 2006 3:32 pm
by Pharoah
you might to have it serviced. i wish i lived around ya, i would take care of the issue for ya, free of charge.

Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 8:23 am
by Blueoriontiger
Its not a problem anymore. Two weeks ago during a thunderstorm, lightning hit and caused a power outage that corrupted the Windows Installation due to an abrupt shutdown. I have it working now.

Posted: Thu Aug 24, 2006 4:22 pm
by Pharoah
okay, that would expalin it. sounds like you might need to re-install windows, the opperation system could be badly damaged by that.